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A startling event involving a physically active Taiwanese 16-year-old, who unexpectedly suffered a stroke during a tutoring session, spotlights a disturbing trend: strokes are no longer exclusive to the elderly. The teenager, an avid basketball and volleyball player with no known family history of the condition, presented with sudden vision loss, severe headache, nausea,…
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The wax apple, known locally as lianwu in Hong Kong, is quickly emerging as a highly beneficial seasonal fruit, celebrated not just for its refreshing, crisp texture and subtle sweetness but also for a potent portfolio of health advantages. As summer temperatures soar, this high-water-content fruit offers significant therapeutic properties, including supporting blood pressure…
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Hong Kong’s vibrant culinary landscape reinforces its reputation as a global dining hub, with a particularly dynamic selection of authentic and high-quality Japanese restaurants spanning from Tsim Sha Tsui and Causeway Bay to emerging districts like Airside. Food enthusiasts can embark on a focused gastronomic journey across the city, exploring 12 standout venues that…
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Cervical cancer, a preventable yet significant health concern for women in Hong Kong, demands proactive screening and vaccination measures. In 2019, this disease ranked as the eighth leading cancer among local women, accounting for 3% of all new female cancer diagnoses. Caused primarily by the human papillomavirus (HPV), cervical cancer can often remain asymptomatic…
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As Hong Kong prepares for the annual Dragon Boat Festival (Duen Ng Jie), attention is turning to traditional remedies to counter the inevitable digestive distress caused by indulging in zongzi (glutinous rice dumplings). These celebratory delicacies, while essential to the season, are notoriously high in sugar and calories, frequently leading to feelings of fullness…
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Hong Kong’s popular 7-Eleven convenience stores have launched a new limited-edition range of Disney-themed collectibles featuring Winnie the Pooh and Lotso Bear, timed perfectly for Valentine’s Day gifting, with items arriving in stores sequentially from February 11, 2026, offering fans a mix of practical and plush merchandise starting from HK$59. Continuing its frequent strategy…
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Peach gum, known locally as tao jiao, is emerging as a surprisingly powerful and affordable inclusion in Hong Kong’s traditional dessert repertoire, leveraging its rich nutritional profile to combat the prevalent dryness of autumn and winter. Dubbed the “Commoner’s Bird’s Nest” due to its gelatinous texture and purported skin-enhancing benefits, this natural resin harvested…
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A set of daily lifestyle adjustments informed by leading Japanese nephrology specialists offers tangible methods for individuals to proactively safeguard their kidney health, focusing on dietary modifications, physical activity, and sleep hygiene. Dr. Masahiro Tsukigata, a prominent renal specialist and President of Yamagata Prefectural University of Health Sciences, detailed these actionable steps, emphasizing that…
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Causeway Bay’s dining scene has welcomed a significant new contender this year with the debut of Soi Thong, a Thai restaurant promising elevated, authentic street-style flavors. Located on Jaffe Road, this highly anticipated establishment is helmed by a veteran Thai chef boasting over three decades of professional experience, including a distinguished tenure as the…
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A Taiwanese gastroenterologist, facing significant personal health challenges including moderate fatty liver disease and metabolic syndrome, successfully reversed his conditions and achieved sustainable weight loss of nearly 40 pounds (18 kg) over two years by implementing strategic dietary changes and integrating high-intensity exercise. This dramatic transformation, shared publicly by Dr. Liang Cheng-Chao, offers a…